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Hurricane Season Is Soon—NOAA Says It’s Ready, but Weather Experts Are Worried

Last updated: May 23, 2025 10:35 am
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NOAA Gears Up for Above-Average Hurricane Season Despite Staffing Concerns

As meteorologists predict an above-average hurricane season this summer, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is assuring the public that it is prepared for the potential onslaught of storms. However, concerns are being raised by scientists nationwide about personnel shortages and budget cuts within the agency, which could strain resources and lead to burnout among staff members.

During the announcement of NOAA’s annual Atlantic hurricane season outlook, which took place in Gretna, Louisiana, just outside New Orleans, officials highlighted the agency’s advancements in hurricane forecasting and warning systems over the past two decades. These improvements include enhanced hurricane track and intensity predictions, as well as the implementation of new modeling, radar, and observation technologies.

Despite these advancements, recent cuts to NOAA’s workforce, including a reduction of more than 2,200 employees, have raised alarm bells among scientists. The Trump administration’s proposal to reorganize the agency and potentially eliminate its climate research operations has further fueled concerns about the agency’s ability to effectively respond to disasters.

The National Weather Service, a division of NOAA, has been particularly hard hit by staffing shortages, with around 550 staff members leaving since January. This has left the agency struggling to fill key positions at regional offices across the country, including meteorologist-in-charge roles. Thousands of scientists have signed an open letter to Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, urging against further cuts to NOAA’s workforce, citing potential “dire consequences for American lives and livelihoods.”

In a recent briefing, NOAA officials sidestepped concerns about staffing shortages, emphasizing that the National Hurricane Center is fully staffed and prepared for the upcoming season. However, with dozens of vacancies at local offices in hurricane-prone areas along the East and Gulf coasts, the agency’s ability to respond effectively to disasters remains uncertain.

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Experts warn that the current system, which relies on overworked staff members and reassignments to understaffed offices, is unsustainable and could lead to burnout during peak disaster seasons. As global temperatures continue to rise, the intensity of Atlantic hurricane seasons is expected to increase, posing greater risks to coastal communities.

Last year’s Atlantic hurricane season served as a stark reminder of the growing dangers posed by severe storms. Hurricane Beryl, Hurricane Milton, and Hurricane Helene all made history with their destructive impacts, underscoring the urgent need for robust hurricane preparedness and response measures.

As NOAA braces for what could be a challenging hurricane season, the agency must address staffing concerns and ensure that it has the resources needed to protect communities at risk. With climate change exacerbating the impacts of severe weather events, the need for a well-equipped and fully staffed NOAA has never been more critical.

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